A number of changes have been incorporated into this form. Notable changes include:

Implementation of a previously approved use of the form for individuals appointed to institutional career development awards (scholars).

Modifications to the form to allow for its use in conjunction with non-NRSA research training grants and research education awards.

Integration of the NIH diversity recruitment and retention policy described in institutional Kirschstein-NRSA training grant, institutional career development, and research education funding opportunity announcements (see, for example, PA-06-048).

Addition of a standardized list of specialty boards.

Effective date: The Statement of Appointment Form (revised 11/2007) may be used immediately and MUST be used for all trainee appointments made on or after May 1, 2008.

PHS 3734 (Official Statement Relinquishing Interest and Rights in a PHS Research Grant)

There are no changes to the data elements or instructions of the PHS 3734 at this time.
Effective date: This version (11/2007) may be used immediately.

HHS 568 (Final Invention Statement and Certification)

There is only one notable change. The requirement for the signature of the Principal Investigator or Program Director is eliminated. Only the signature of an official authorized to sign on behalf of the institution is required.